The Sixth Amendment: Rights of the Accused

The video discusses the Bill of Rights, focusing on the 6th Amendment's right to counsel. Initially, these rights applied only to federal cases, but the 14th Amendment extended some rights to states. The landmark case Gideon v. Wainwright expanded the right to an attorney to all state felony cases. The video also covers the Miranda v. Arizona case, which established the Miranda Warning, ensuring the right to an attorney during interrogations and protecting against self-incrimination under the 5th Amendment.

What are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution known as?

How did the 6th Amendment impact the rights of individuals accused of crimes?

What significant change did the 14th Amendment bring regarding the Bill of Rights?

What was the outcome of the Gideon v. Wainwright case?

What rights are guaranteed by the Miranda Warning?